[It's reflexive, lifting his hand to catch Jusis' shoulders when he stumbles. It's not that he's trying to help. It's just an automatic reaction and, a little bit, a way to steady himself as he regains his own balance.

But something happens when he does it. The instant his fingers touch the fabric of Jusis' coat, Gaius feels what's best described as a jolt. It's like static electricity, zapping through his hand and straight into the core of him.

He's never felt anything like it. It feels like a blow to the chest, knocking the wind right out of him. He can't breathe, and for a moment his grip tightens, before he recoils as if burnt. The only thing he can think to do is back up, and put his weapon between them.]

What's going on?